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Lake Forest College

Lake Forest Says...

Lake Forest College is a place to study, work, and live. With the diversity of the student body there is an eclectic mix of activities and opportunities outside the classroom.

Student organizations include student government, international interest groups, Greek Life, academic honor societies,...Lake Forest College is a place to study, work, and live. With the diversity of the student body there is an eclectic mix of activities and opportunities outside the classroom.

Student organizations include student government, international interest groups, Greek Life, academic honor societies, community service, publications and media, music and performance, spiritual and religious groups, and many others.

Students have a voice in how the College is run and are actively involved in governance committees such as the College Council and have representation on the Board of Trustees. Student writers and performers can showcase their talents on stage with the Garrick Players, by hosting a show on "WMXM," the College's FM radio station, or through the student newspaper, literary magazines, chorus and instrumental ensembles. Academic honor societies enjoy active student participation as do the community service groups and many special-interest clubs. The College provides and maintains a comprehensive intramural and intercollegiate athletic program. There are two national fraternities and five national sororities, all housed within the residence halls. All students have equal opportunity to take advantage of the richness of the College's programs.

The College's Center for Chicago Programs facilitates engagement with the resources of Chicago which often complements programs for student organizations as well as provides students with information on cultural and social activities happening downtown. The train to Chicago is a short walk from campus and students enjoy traveling to the city for fun and entertainment. The College shuttle provides service seven days a week to popular shopping areas and destinations around campus.More Less

Lake Forest Students Say...

Student organizations are very strong at Lake Forest, and, therefore, there are always student- run events on campus that are frequented by the student body. “A typical Lake Forest student is usually pretty involved whether it is in a sport, club, theater, or music,” says one sophomore. “Everyone...Student organizations are very strong at Lake Forest, and, therefore, there are always student- run events on campus that are frequented by the student body. “A typical Lake Forest student is usually pretty involved whether it is in a sport, club, theater, or music,” says one sophomore. “Everyone usually finds a group that they fit into with friends with similar interests.” Another student adds, “Everyone is different, and everyone fits in.” Like any college, students say they can get, “Stressed out, but [are] generally upbeat. At this school it is considered normal to be in a thousand different clubs and extracurricular activities and to attend campus events and campus parties.” A sophomore explains, “Life at my school can be very challenging because your classes will push you. However, there is still time for fun, and you will see a good number of your peers at social events on campus. One of the most common is the ACPs (All Campus Parties) that are held on Fridays and hosted by various student organizations.” In the end, it all comes back to balance—and at Lake Forest students can cultivate the many experiences available into one productive adult life.More Less